Accounting Specialist II

Wurth Industry US; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Wurth Industry US is seeking an Accounting Specialist II to perform mid-level accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, billing support, and monthly close contributions. The role emphasizes accuracy, analytical review, and cross-functional collaboration within the finance team.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in accounting and 3+ years of accounting experience, with proficiency in Excel and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting or related field is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience with growth in responsibilities and technical skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and general ledger functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and professional integrity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate across teams and departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post recurring and non-standard journal entries (accruals, reclasses, prepaid amortizations).
• Reconcile key general ledger accounts (cash, AR, AP, inventory) monthly.
• Assist with month-end close and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Support billing functions with data validation and cross-team collaboration.
• Monitor fixed asset additions, disposals, and depreciation activity.
• Assist with compliance tasks (sales tax, property tax, audits).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to investigate variances and maintain data integrity.
• Participate in financial analysis and reporting (standard reports, dashboards).
• Help implement and improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation.
• Provide backup support for A/P and A/R as needed.
• Support special projects within accounting/finance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Reconciliation skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Initiative and accountability

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounting Specialist II serves as a mid-level role within the finance department, responsible for supporting and executing moderately complex accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, billing support, and compliance. This position builds upon foundational accounting responsibilities while introducing a greater emphasis on analytical review, process ownership, and cross-functional collaboration. The Accounting Specialist II operates with a high level of accuracy and independence and plays a key role in supporting monthly close activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and post recurring and non-standard journal entries (e.g., accruals, reclasses, prepaid amortizations).
• Reconcile key general ledger accounts, including cash, AR, AP, and inventory on a monthly basis.
• Assist with the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial data.
• Support billing functions, including reviewing and validating billing data and collaborating with internal teams to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and track fixed asset additions, disposals, and depreciation activity.
• Assist with compliance tasks, such as sales tax filings, property tax tracking, and support for external audits.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to investigate variances, resolve discrepancies, and maintain data integrity.
• Participate in financial analysis and reporting efforts, including preparing standard reports and dashboards.
• Help implement and improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation.
• Provide backup support for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Support and contribute to special projects and initiatives within the accounting and finance team.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, with demonstrated growth in responsibilities and technical skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and general ledger functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and professional integrity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable collaborating across teams and departments.
• Demonstrated initiative and accountability in completing assigned tasks and identifying process improvements.

Starting Salary: Starting at $60,000

The Wurth Difference

• Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry
• Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention
• Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly
• Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis

Why Wurth

• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
• Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability
• Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service
• 10 paid holidays

EEOC STATEMENT

The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws.

Qualifications

Education

Associates of Accounting (preferred)

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